All USA Update
Pitzer College: Black students seek nonwhite roommatesPitzer College's president criticized the heated social media debate following a Facebook posting asking for roommates of color only, saying it created 'more heat than light.'
Why Americans are buying more bottled water than soda this yearFor the first time, Americans' consumption of bottled water is projected to surpass soda. Analysts attribute its increasing popularity to a rise in health-consciousness.
What's in your water?Six million Americans in some of the country's most populous states are drinking water contaminated with industrial chemicals, according to a new study.
Got something to tell the president? Try the White House's new Facebook botThe White House's new Messenger bot will let citizens send notes to President Obama, possibly winding up among the 10 citizen letters he reads each night.
Report: Drowsy drivers cost US billionsCrashes from drowsy driving take lives, and cost billions each year. Several states are taking steps to combat the problem, which experts say leaves many drivers as impaired as they would be after a few too many drinks.
Illinois man loses state representative primary, sues winnerJason Gonzales, who unsuccessfully ran for Illinois State representative, is suing the winner of the primary, Michael Madigan, for labelling Gonzales as a 'convicted felon' in campaign ads and for allegedly running fake candidates against him.
Alex Rodriguez to play final major league game next FridayWhile the Yankees slugger – one of the most prolific and polarizing figures in baseball history – will be released on Friday, he hasn't yet officially retired. He is four home runs shy of 700, the fifth-most in baseball history.
Organized crime bust: How does the 'old school' Mafia work today?The indictment of 46 people included charges for classic mob crimes, including racketeering and extortion, as well as more 'modern' crimes such as credit card fraud and health care fraud.
Orlando mayor and Pulse nightclub owner want a permanent memorialOrlando, Fla., Mayor Buddy Dyer said the city should acquire Pulse, a gay nightclub which was the site of a recent massacre, to create a permanent memorial.
High court: School can block transgender teen from boys roomThe U.S. Supreme Court, which issued the stay in a 5-3 decision, could also decide to review the lower court decision that Gavin Grimm should be allowed to use the boy's restroom.
California wildfire traced to campfire: How often are humans to blame?Human activity was behind the fire currently blazing through California's scenic Big Sur coastline, fitting a wildfire pattern.
Khan family debacle highlights Pence's role as Trump's gentler halfGOP vice presidential nominee Mike Pence came to Donald Trump's defense Sunday and Monday. Is his new role on the campaign trail to soften Trump's comments?
How did pocket Constitutions become bestsellers?In the wake of the Democratic National Convention, sales of pocket versions of the United States Constitution have skyrocketed.
Could the deadly hot air balloon crash in Texas have been avoided?The National Transportation Safety Board called on the Federal Aviation Administration to increase regulations for balloon operators, but the FAA said the risks were too low.
Texas campus carry law goes into effect 50 years to the day after shootingAugust 1 marks both the 50 year anniversary of a campus shooting at the University of Texas in Austin and the start of the concealed carry of firearms on campus.
Has Chicago shifted its stance on officer-involved shootings?The new police superintendent suspended the police authority of three officers involved in the shooting of an unarmed black man. But will that be enough to start winning back the trust of the black community there?
Clinton campaign hacked, adding to list of cyberattacks on DemocratsA group of former homeland-security officials said the hacks could put in jeopardy "the integrity of American democracy".
As Calif. fires continue, firefighters – and their camps – jump into motionFire officials fuel a system of camps and supply bases to provide for the on-the-job needs of thousands of firefighters deployed around California.
Why Democrats are calling gun violence a 'public health crisis'At the Democratic National Convention, Democrats have called gun violence a 'public health crisis.' What are the policy implications of reframing the issue this way?
AP source: Site for Obama's presidential library chosenThe library will be built in Jackson Park, between Lake Michigan and the University of Chicago, and is expected to bring jobs and millions of dollars to Chicago's South Side.
